ONE SKILLET CHICKEN WITH LEMON GARLIC CREAM SAUCE

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, pounded to 1/2 inch thickness
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more to taste)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/3 cup finely diced shallots (or red onions)
• 2 tablespoons salted butter
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or basil
• Prepared broccolini, for serving

Instructions:

1. Pound chicken: Pound chicken breasts or thighs to 1/2 inch thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Make sauce: In a small bowl, combine chicken broth, lemon juice, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
3. Brown chicken: Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until browned. Remove chicken to a plate.
4. Sauté shallots: Reduce heat to medium. Add shallots to skillet and sauté until softened.
5. Make pan sauce: Add chicken broth mixture to skillet. Scrape up brown bits. Bring to a simmer and cook until reduced to 1/3 cup.
6. Finish sauce: Remove from heat. Add butter and whisk until melted. Add heavy cream and whisk to combine.
7. Finish cooking chicken: Place chicken back in skillet and drizzle with sauce. Place skillet in preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 5-8 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
8. Serve: Top with chopped parsley or basil. Serve with prepared broccolini and your choice of sides.

Optional additions:

• For extra flavor: Add a pinch of dried oregano or thyme to the seasoning mix.
• For a tangy kick: Add a tablespoon of capers to the sauce.
• For a richer flavor: Use white wine instead of chicken broth for the sauce.
• For additional vegetables: Sauté mushrooms or asparagus with the shallots.

Enjoy your delicious and flavorful Chicken Piccata!